Measure U Community Advisory Commission Meeting - June 15, 2026

The Measure U Community Advisory Commission met on Monday, June 15, 2026, at 5:33 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber. The meeting was chaired by Vice Chair Natalie McGee in the absence of Chair Teddy Georgeoff. The commission reviewed the library department's use of Measure U funds, received an update on the city's new performance management framework, and discussed the final report on the Participatory Budgeting Pilot Program.

Consent Calendar

• Approved four items unanimously (10-0-3): May 18, 2026 meeting minutes, updated agenda log, dissolution of the 2026/27 Budget Recommendations Ad Hoc Committee, and dissolution of the Community Engagement and Outreach Ad Hoc Committee.
• Public comment from Lambert Davis raised concerns about lack of concerted effort and an alleged Brown Act violation.

Public Comments & Testimony

• Lambert Davis (on Consent Calendar): Expressed frustration that the commission did not insist the Office of Innovation and Economic Development come before them, and alleged a Brown Act violation regarding meeting time limits. Also said checks are not cut until July 1st and urged that recipients come before the commission.
• Lambert Davis (on Participatory Budgeting): Claimed that in District 2, some organizations cancelled outreach but still received $20,000, and that Asian Resources Incorporated had an unfair advantage. Cited a former chair who said Mr. Davis is "the most engaged person in District 2."
• Lambert Davis (on Matters Not on the Agenda): Stated that after attending many meetings and submitting paperwork, his company (a native-owned cheesecake business) has not received any Measure U funds, suggesting the process is "corrupt." He said he will move on.
• Patrick (on Matters Not on the Agenda): Made brief, emotional comments about community and gratitude.

Discussion Items

1. Overview of Measure U Funded Departments and Programs: Library

   • Peter Coyl, Library Director & CEO, presented library services, circulation statistics (4.1M print, 4.8M e-titles, 8.9M total), 154,000 program attendees, 11,000 summer meals served, and $10 million in state grants for renovations. He highlighted the Book First program, literacy services, and the renovation of MLK Library (opening fall 2026) and North Sacramento/Hagginwood Library (early 2027).
   • Commissioners asked about community partnerships, non-English services, accessibility, and school library connections. Commissioner Sala noted that some libraries lack maker spaces and requested more outreach to underserved communities.

2. Update on the Priorities Strategic Workplan and Performance Management Framework

   • Ash Roughani presented "One City One Future," a performance management system based on three council priorities (economic development, public safety, homelessness) with 31 initiatives. He described the Sacramento STAT model (quarterly data-driven meetings) and a two-year rollout: pilot in FY 2026-27, citywide in FY 2027-28.
   • Commissioners discussed data selection, honesty, accountability, and how the public will see results. Commissioner Novello urged not looking at data in isolation and emphasized forecasting. Commissioner Sala asked about alignment with the Metrics Ad Hoc Committee.

3. Results and Lessons Learned from Participatory Budgeting Pilot Program Project Implementation Grants: Final Report

   • Ash Roughani presented the draft report and asked for commission direction. Commissioners debated whether to approve it that night or form an ad hoc committee for further review.
   • A motion to extend the meeting past two hours passed (9-1-0, Commissioner Frye-Lucas opposed).
   • Vice Chair McGee formed the Participatory Budgeting Pilot Program Project Implementation Grant Results Report Ad Hoc Committee, appointing Commissioners Jeff Miller, Juan Novello, Marbella Sala, and Jose Ruiz-Benites.

Key Outcomes

• Consent Calendar: Approved unanimously (10-0-3).
• Library Overview: Received, commented, and provided direction.
• Performance Management Framework: Reviewed, commented, and provided direction.
• Participatory Budgeting Report: Discussion deferred; an ad hoc committee formed to review the draft and present recommendations at the next meeting.
• Commissioner Comments: Discussion about the city's proposal to reduce commission meetings to five per year. Commissioners agreed to contact their appointing council members to advocate for continued monthly meetings. Staff will research options for formal input.
• Adjournment: 7:54 p.m.

Note: The meeting was chaired by Vice Chair McGee; Chair Georgeoff, Commissioners Cook and Rosa were absent. Public comment limits were two minutes per speaker.